Cetaphil baby Ultra Soothing Lotion with shea butter

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Can older babies use Cetaphil baby Ultra Soothing Lotion with shea butter?

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Danger Score: 26 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Cetaphil baby Ultra Soothing Lotion with shea butter contains 21 ingredients. 1 concerning, 6 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (21 found)

cyclopentasiloxane
🚨6/10
For babies 6–12 months (infants, crawling babies), cyclopentasiloxane is not the safest choice for regular use. It can be absorbed through baby skin, and there are animal studies and government reviews that raise concerns about contamination and buildup in the body and environment.
Hormones - Animal studies show this chemical can change hormone-related systems and affect reproduction in lab rats. Government and lab reports flagged endocrine effects after repeated exposures, so it may interfere with normal hormone development.
Brain Development - Lab studies found effects on nervous system targets (including dopamine receptors) at moderate doses in animals. That suggests a possible risk to early brain growth if infants or children are exposed.
Organ Risk - Government assessments note it can harm non-reproductive organs and animal studies link repeated exposure to organ effects. This shows it can be toxic to internal organs with ongoing exposure.
Cancer - A long-term animal inhalation study reported tumor findings in rats after repeated exposure. That animal evidence raises concern about a cancer link with repeated exposures.
Builds Up - European chemical regulators and government testing list this substance as persistent and bioaccumulative in wildlife and people. That means it can collect in the body over time.
Long-Term Risk - Because the chemical persists, builds up, and is linked to organ, hormone, and cancer findings in studies, it poses possible health effects after years of exposure.
Absorbed - Safety reviews note enhanced skin absorption for this ingredient when used on skin. That means it can get through the skin and into the body after topical use.
Environmental - Environment‑level reviews name this chemical as an environmental toxin and flag harm to wildlife. It is suspected to cause ecological damage when released into the environment.
Fertility - A two‑generation reproductive study in animals showed effects from repeated exposure, which raises concern about impacts on fertility and reproductive health.
Banned - European regulatory lists and some government guidance have put this substance on serious concern lists and recommend limits or controls in products and manufacturing, meaning it faces restrictions in some places.
Breast Milk - Because the chemical is persistent and bioaccumulative in people according to regulatory reviews, it can build up in the body and may reach breast milk and thus expose nursing infants.
Confidence: MEDIUM
benzyl alcohol
⚠️5/10
For babies 6–12 months (infants), benzyl alcohol can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions. It’s not as risky as for newborns, but it isn’t completely risk-free for this age.
Immune system - Benzyl alcohol is a known human allergen with strong evidence of immune effects. Regulators and scientific reviews list it as an allergenic or immunotoxicant and there are human case reports of allergic reactions, so it can trigger immune responses in children.
Eczema - There are strong reports and regulatory listings showing benzyl alcohol can cause allergic skin reactions. Because of this, it can trigger or make eczema and similar rashes worse on sensitive baby skin.
Irritant - There is documented evidence of skin and eye irritation from benzyl alcohol (including agency evaluations of irritation), so it can cause redness, stinging, or rashes—especially on sensitive or infant skin.
Organ Risk - Government hazard classifications and peer-reviewed sources have identified benzyl alcohol as toxic or harmful to organ systems at some exposures. These classifications indicate repeated or higher exposures could affect organs (for example liver or kidneys).
Confidence: MEDIUM
ceteareth-20
⚠️5/10
For babies 6–12 months (infants), Ceteareth-20 is usually low risk but not ideal. The main issues are possible tiny amounts of impurities and that it can irritate sensitive skin or eyes. Use extra care with young babies.
Cancer - The ingredient assessment lists contamination by ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane. Those contaminants are linked to cancer by health authorities, so their presence here is a real cancer concern.
Absorbed - A safety review (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) flags this ingredient as a penetration enhancer. That means it can help other chemicals get through the skin and into the body, raising exposure risk.
Long-Term Risk - Because this ingredient can boost skin absorption and it can be contaminated with harmful chemicals, repeated use could raise health risks over time according to the ingredient assessment and safety review.
Confidence: HIGH
farnesol
⚠️5/10
For babies aged 6–12 months (infants, little ones), farnesol is not highly toxic but can cause skin allergies or irritation. Because young skin is sensitive, there is a moderate chance a baby could get a rash or redness from products that contain it.
Immune system - This ingredient is listed as a known human allergen under the EU cosmetics rules and is flagged as a possible immune-system toxicant by EU authorities. An industry fragrance group also reports strong evidence that it can cause allergic reactions in people. Because it is applied to the skin, it can trigger immune responses in sensitive children.
Irritant - There is documented evidence of dermal toxicity and allergic skin reactions from chemical safety reviews and fragrance industry guidance. That means this topical ingredient can cause skin redness, itching, or rashes—especially on sensitive or young skin.
Eczema - Because regulators and industry reviewers identify this substance as a skin allergen with some dermal toxicity, it can trigger or make eczema and similar skin conditions worse in susceptible children.
Confidence: HIGH
sodium polyacrylate
⚠️5/10
For babies 6–12 months, sodium polyacrylate is generally low risk when used in products like diapers because it stays in the material and is not easily absorbed through skin. However, there is a contamination concern (a chemical called acrylic acid) and some babies can have sensitive skin, so we take a cautious approach.
Organ Risk - Environment Canada classifies this material as expected to be toxic or harmful to non-reproductive organs and gives it a medium human-health priority. That means repeated or heavy exposure could harm organs (for example liver, kidneys, or lungs).
Irritant - Industry safety reviewers note the ingredient should be used only when formulated to avoid irritation, and the ingredient data flags possible contamination with acrylic acid (a known skin and respiratory irritant). Because of that, products containing it may cause skin redness, itching, or rashes—especially on very sensitive baby skin.
Long-Term Risk - The U.S. FDA records this material for limited uses in food and as a food additive with only limited toxicity data. That means people can get exposed from more than one source (food plus topical products), so small exposures can add up over time and raise longer-term health concern.
Confidence: MEDIUM
sodium hydroxide
⚠️4/10
For infants 6–12 months (older babies and crawlers), sodium hydroxide in tiny, well-formulated amounts used only to adjust product pH is usually low risk. It is dangerous if present in concentrated form or if a product is not made to avoid irritation.
Banned - This ingredient is restricted for use in cosmetics in some regions. The EU cosmetics rules list limits on its use, and industry safety reviewers say it can only be used safely at certain low concentrations or when specially handled.
Organ Risk - Authorities have flagged possible harm to organs with repeated or high exposures. A national health agency classified it as expected to be toxic or harmful and gave it a medium human-health priority, and a U.S. assessment found toxic effects in animal studies. There is also limited evidence of breathing-related toxicity noted by a medical literature source.
Asthma - There is limited evidence that breathing in this chemical can hurt the lungs or airways. Medical literature notes possible respiratory toxicity, so it could make breathing problems worse if a child is exposed to vapor or mist.
Confidence: HIGH
stearoxymethylsilane
⚠️4/10
Cannot understand what stearoxymethylsilane is it might be a misreading or a typo no clear safety data available
Confidence: HIGH
phenoxyethanol
✅3/10
For babies 6–12 months old (infants and older babies), phenoxyethanol in lotions or wipes is usually low risk when the product is made for babies and the preservative is used at low levels. It can still irritate the skin or eyes in some babies, and very rarely cause an allergic reaction.
Confidence: MEDIUM
tocopheryl acetate
✅3/10
Usually fine for most 6–12 month old babies when used sparingly on healthy skin. The main worry is a possible skin rash in sensitive babies.
Confidence: MEDIUM
acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer
✅2/10
For babies 6–12 months (infants), this thickening ingredient is generally low risk when used in normal skin creams, lotions and wipes. It mostly stays on the skin and is not easily absorbed.
Confidence: HIGH
citric acid
✅2/10
For babies 6–12 months (infants), citric acid in small amounts in wipes and baby lotions is usually low risk. It can cause stinging if it gets in the eyes and can bother very sensitive or broken skin.
Confidence: HIGH
macadamia nut oil
✅2/10
Macadamia nut oil is generally safe topically but may pose allergy risk in sensitive babies likely used as a skin moisturizer
No Known Risk - Macadamia nut oil is generally considered safe for topical use on baby skin, with no evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, or other health risks in infants. There are no known studies or reports of adverse effects when used as a skin moisturizer or emollient. However, as with any nut-derived oil, rare allergic reactions are possible, but these are not common or well-documented in babies. Therefore, based on current research, there are no known risks associated with this ingredient.
Confidence: MEDIUM
cetearyl alcohol
✅1/10
For babies 6–12 months (older infants), cetearyl alcohol is generally safe. It’s a fatty alcohol that helps moisturizers feel smooth and keeps creams from separating. Most babies tolerate it well.
Confidence: HIGH
dimethiconol
✅1/10
For a 6–12 month old baby (infant), dimethiconol is usually safe when used on the skin in baby products. It’s a silicone that helps skin feel soft. Official ingredient reviews list very low concerns for cancer, allergies, or developmental harm, but there are some data gaps and limits manufacturers follow.
No Known Risk - Reviews by a cosmetic industry safety panel (CIR) and a European chemicals regulator (ECHA) find only low-level concerns for cancer, allergies, and reproductive effects for normal skin use. The industry reviewers note some data gaps about exact use concentrations, and the European regulator reports limited evidence of environmental toxicity. Because no health concern was rated above “low” for topical use, no specific child health risk labels apply.
Confidence: HIGH
glycerin
✅1/10
Glycerin is a gentle, water-attracting ingredient used to moisturize skin. For 6-12 month old babies it is generally safe in typical baby lotions and wipes. Problems are rare but possible.
Confidence: HIGH
hydrogenated polyisobutene
✅1/10
For infants 6–12 months (baby, infant, 6-12 month old): this ingredient is generally used to soften and protect skin and is likely low risk when found in baby-formulated creams and lotions at normal, low concentrations.
Confidence: MEDIUM
panthenol
✅1/10
Panthenol is generally safe for babies aged 6–12 months (infants, babies, little ones) when it is used in normal baby creams, lotions or wipes. Most babies tolerate it well and allergic reactions are uncommon.
No Known Risk - Health and regulatory reviews (including Canadian and U.S. assessments and industry safety panels) find panthenol has no reported hazards above a low level for topical use. It is not expected to harm organs, does not appear to build up in the body or the environment, and common concerns (cancer, allergies, reproductive effects) were rated low. There are some industry notes about safe use levels and a few data gaps, but no higher-level health risks were identified.
Confidence: HIGH
shea butter
✅1/10
Shea butter is generally safe for baby skin moisturization and barrier protection with low risk of irritation or allergy
No Known Risk - Shea butter is widely used in baby skincare products and is generally considered safe for topical use. There is no strong evidence linking it to irritation, allergies, hormone disruption, or other health risks in babies. Rare allergic reactions may occur, but these are uncommon and not specific to infants. Current research and regulatory guidance do not identify any significant risks for babies when shea butter is used topically.
Confidence: HIGH
sodium pca
✅1/10
For babies aged 6–12 months (infants, babies), Sodium PCA is generally low risk. It’s a moisturizing ingredient found in many baby lotions and creams and is not linked to major long‑term harms in safety reviews. However, some safety lists note possible contamination risks and limits on how it’s used, so choose baby products carefully.
Confidence: HIGH
stearyl alcohol
✅1/10
For infants 6–12 months (baby, 6-12 month old), stearyl alcohol is generally low risk when used in small amounts in skin products. It works as a moisturizer helper and is not linked to cancer or long-term body harms, but it can irritate sensitive skin in some babies.
Confidence: HIGH
water
✅0/10
For babies 6-12 months (infants, older babies), plain water used on the skin is safe when it’s clean and part of a baby product. Official assessments say plain water is not expected to cause harm.
No Known Risk - Regulatory reviews (Environment Canada) find plain water is not expected to be toxic, not bioaccumulative, and not an environmental toxin. Safety summaries list no concerns above a low level for organ harm, reproductive effects, or other long‑term risks for topical use, so no specific health risks are identified for use on skin.
Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About Cetaphil baby Ultra Soothing Lotion with shea butter

Safe for older babies? Cetaphil baby Ultra Soothing Lotion with shea butter

Cetaphil baby Ultra Soothing Lotion with shea butter is not recommended for 6-12 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 21 ingredients in Cetaphil baby Ultra Soothing Lotion with shea butter. 1 concerning, 6 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

Is this appropriate for older babies to using lotion?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredients. This analysis is for 6-12 month old babies. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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